We support projects that are different, innovative, and have real benefits for cancer patients and their loved ones around the world and we have a number of ways you can take part in, and get involved in cancer research.
See below the details for our current research opportunities
Patient experience of symptoms, help-seeking and risk factors in lung cancer
Who is organising the research?
- Dr Georgia Black (Lead researcher) and Dr Sandra van Os (Researcher) in the Department of Applied Health Research at University College London.
What is the purpose of the study?
We want to find out about your experiences before, during and after your cancer diagnosis. We are particularly interested in the symptoms that you experienced, and how and when you sought medical help for these symptoms.
Who can take part?
- We are inviting men and women aged 19 or older.
- Specifically, we are looking for people who have been diagnosed with lung cancer in the last 3 months.
What does taking part involve?
- You will be asked to attend a one-to-one session with a researcher. This will either be in person at a local community venue or by telephone.
- At the start of the session, the researcher will answer any questions you might have. You will be asked to confirm that you are happy to take part. This will either be by signing a consent form in person, or by confirming verbally on the telephone that you are happy to go ahead (this will be audio-recorded). Your audio-recorded consent or paper consent form will be kept securely at UCL for ten years.
- During the interview you will be asked questions about the symptoms you experienced before you sought medical help, what made you seek medical help, and your experiences during and after your diagnosis. The researcher will also ask you about anything that may have helped you or made it more difficult for you to seek medical help.
- The researcher will take notes throughout the interview, and it will also be audio recorded, so that all ideas are documented.
- All notes will be anonymised and any details that could identify you will be removed.
- The interview will last up to an hour.
What are the possible benefits of taking part?
- You will help us better understand patient experiences before, during, and after they are diagnosed with lung cancer. This will help us develop recommendations to diagnose lung cancer earlier and improve patient outcomes.
- Many people find it rewarding to know that they have made an important contribution to research.
How can you get involved?
- Contact Laura Tough by emailing laura.tough@taylormckenzie.co.uk
How is everyday memory and processing altered in patients with high-grade glioma after radiotherapy?
Who is organising the research?
- Francesca Mazzaschi – Cardiff University
What is the research about?
How is everyday memory and processing altered in patients with high-grade glioma after radiotherapy? You are being invited to take part in a study that is looking into the everyday memory and processing of patients receiving radiotherapy for high-grade glioma.
Who can take part?
Patients and their families and friends are invited to share their experiences and how they have been altered since undergoing radiotherapy.
Healthcare professionals are also invited to give an insight into their observations of the challenges faced by patients after receiving radiotherapy.
What does taking part involve?
You will be asked to complete an online survey which should take around 10 minutes to complete.
How can you get involved?
If you would like to take part or for more information please contact Francesca Mazzaschi at MazzaschiFI@cardiff.ac.uk
Exploring the impact that COVID-19 has had on the current and future support needs of people with cancer in Wales
Who is organising the research?
- Zoe Cooke – University of Wales Trinity Saint David
What is the research about?
The purpose of this study is to explore the impact that COVID-19 has had on the current and future support needs of people with cancer in Wales. We want to gain a better understanding of the impact of the pandemic, national lockdown and shielding advice and hope to identify ways to support those who need it most during this time and into the future. We would like to know whether you feel your support needs were met during this time and what type of support you feel is important as the pandemic continues.
Who can take part?
To take part in the study you must have a current diagnosis of cancer, be aged 18 or above and be receiving cancer care in Wales.
What does taking part involve?
This study involves completing an online questionnaire, three times over a six month period. We will be asking about your feelings about your cancer during this time. This will include, whether you feel your needs have been met, your general quality of life and what support you might need in the future. We would like to get as much insight as possible, into the lives of people with Cancer in Wales, during the pandemic.
How can you get involved?
Please click here to access the online study where you can read more about what is involved. Any additional questions please email zoe.cooke@uwtsd.ac.uk
Other opportunities will be added all the time so please keep a look out here and on our social media for other ways you might be able to get involved.
